VITAMINS THAT ARE NECESSARY FOR THE SKIN FIRST OF ALL

What vitamins are needed for the skin. Which vitamin deficiency is the most dangerous?

INNA CODRU , MARCH 23, 2018

We constantly hear that it is necessary to add as many vitamins as possible to your diet. Most doctors, giving such advice, focus on the general health of a person, but today we will talk about what vitamins our skin needs. With all the variety of vitamins that exist in the world, there are four BASIC vitamins that are necessary for the health of your skin: vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C and vitamin E !!!

Each vitamin has its own benefits and affects the skin in its own way. Some people may need to take one vitamin more often than others, depending on the symptoms you are experiencing.

I want to introduce you to this guide to the vitamins (essential vitamins) you need to take care of your skin. We'll not only look at the benefits of each of the vitamins A, B, C, and E, but also how to get the most out of them for your skin.

VITAMIN A: VITAMIN ANTI-AGING SKIN

Vitamin A is a vitamin that we get quite easily from food. It is found in both plant and animal foods and is found in most drugstore multivitamins. During pregnancy, try to focus on plant foods more than animal foods.

When it comes to topical skin care, vitamin A will be essential in the form of Retinol . It is a powerful antioxidant that will help maintain skin health, elasticity, and slow down skin aging. If you're suffering from a vitamin A deficiency, your doctor will likely recommend a prescription form, often called a retinoid .

Vitamin A is essential for the production of collagen. Collagen penetrates deep into the layers of the skin and helps to provide elasticity and keep the skin youthful. When you have enough collagen, your skin will work like a new rubber band. If necessary, it will stretch without any problems, and then calmly returns to its normal state.

When there is not enough collagen, the skin already acts like old stretched rubber, that is, it will stretch to the formation of microcracks, leaving damage and scars in the middle and lower layers of the skin.

It is important to start using retinoid ointments as soon as possible. If the doctor recommends using it if you are under 30, then use it and do not stop even when you are already well over 30. These are exactly the decades when you need to work especially on the prevention of aging. Insufficient use of retinol will mean that you are more likely to get wrinkles and gossamer around the eyes and lips.

Retinol is also good for people with oily skin. By getting plenty of this vitamin, you can reduce the size of your pores and remove dead skin cells. It is possible to reduce the amount of naturally produced oil in your skin while maintaining its natural and healthy glow. And it is because of this effect that people with extremely dry skin are often advised to limit the amount of retinol they put on their skin.

Let's not forget about the immune system. If you have any bacterial or fungal skin problems, then vitamin A plays an important role in combating them.

The good news is that you can get vitamin A with just a few changes in your diet. And this will have the most positive effect on the skin, as collagen production will increase. Also pay attention to cosmetics containing retinol. Ritinol is a natural substance, which makes it one of the best active ingredients in all skin care products.

Start with products with a lower concentration of retinol if you have never used them before. Otherwise, due to the use of cosmetic products with a high concentration of retinol, the skin may be exposed to an unnecessary risk of cellular imbalance and microtrauma. Everything should be done gradually, be more patient.

If you have a gluten sensitivity or have leaky gut syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease, you may find that your body does not want to absorb enough vitamin A. Talk to your doctor about ways to get the vitamin A you need to improve the health of your skin and other organs.

Spinach, sweet potatoes, and carrots are some of the best foods with good vitamin A content. Feel free to add them to your diet or add them to your homemade skin care products.

VITAMIN B: AGAINST INFLAMMATION, REDENESS AND HYPERPIGMENTATION, INCREASES SKIN CELL METABOLISM

There are many B vitamins that you would certainly want to add to your diet to improve the appearance of your skin. This group includes: thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), vitamin B6, biotin (B7), folic acid (B9) and vitamin B12. The two most important are B3 and folate (yes, folate is considered a B vitamin). We will consider both options separately.

Vitamin B3 is also known as a vitamin that allows cells to properly hydrate and as a vitamin that reduces redness of the skin. It is also known as niacinamide and is often included as an antioxidant in skincare. Vitamin improves the barrier function of the skin by increasing the amount of ceramide, which is produced by cells to a sufficient extent. This is necessary to protect the skin from various types of pollution and allergens.

Without a good amount of ceramide, the skin will be sensitive to everything it comes into contact with. She will also be more likely to suffer from breakouts, acne, and hyperpigmentation. By getting more vitamin B3, you can improve skin tone.

If you have dry skin or rosacea, you need to make sure you are getting enough of this vitamin. Those with sensitive skin will also benefit from taking vitamin B. Do not use too much of it, as this may worsen your susceptibility to it. It's best to add it to your skin care program once you're in your 30s, as that's when your natural skin barrier naturally begins to degrade.

Folate is a water-soluble vitamin that is important for boosting metabolism. It is a nutrient that aids in DNA synthesis and copying, which helps improve amino acid and B12 absorption. Why is it good for the skin? It helps strengthen the immune system and improve digestion.

When digestion starts to fail, hormones become unbalanced, and this, in turn, leads to increased oiliness of the skin and clogged pores. Strengthening the immune system will help fight off any bacteria or fungus trying to settle on our skin.

This is often overlooked when it comes to skin care, but it's important.

You can get your B vitamins from most high-fiber foods. It's time to stock up on beans and lentils, despite some features of legumes 😁😁😁.

VITAMIN C: IMPROVES SKIN COLOR AND TONE, SUPPORTS HEALTH OF SKIN CELLS

Vitamin C is one of those nutrients that the body cannot create or store, but it is essential for the proper physical functioning of the body. You just need to have enough of it in your diet, both directly through food and through skin care products.

When it comes to skin health, vitamin C helps improve skin luminosity and tone. It is an antioxidant that fights the signs of skin aging, helps repair cells and avoid the harmful effects of free radicals. Free radicals often lead to pigmentation problems, sagging skin, wrinkles and other unpleasant things (not to mention skin cancer).

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Vitamin C helps to avoid the loss of collagen in the body. May help prevent damage to the body called scurvy (something we rarely hear about now but was very common in Europe during the Middle Ages). Scurvy leads to extensive skin hemorrhages, profuse nosebleeds, tooth mobility and loss, and slow wound healing. This is a common occurrence for those who have a serious lack of vitamin C. But let's not talk about it, after all, it's not the Middle Ages anymore and there are enough lemons in stores 😊.

You will need to think carefully about the type of vitamin C if you plan to use it topically. Sometimes these products can cause irritation in people with dry or sensitive skin. In this case, make sure that “no-sting” is written on the purchased product with vitamin C, this inscription indicates that there will be less acid in the preparation.

Let's move on to the disadvantages. The disadvantage of vitamin C is its acidity. There are some skin care products with ascorbic or L-ascorbic acid. Both have a low pH (high acidity), which is lower than the skin's natural pH. If you use such a drug too often or too abundantly, then there may be consequences in the form of redness and irritation on the skin, as well as a burning sensation.

However, all this does not eliminate the need for vitamin C creams. Use it under sunscreen and under moisturizer to make it easier for your skin to absorb all the vitamin C it needs. You should notice an improvement in your skin tone pretty quickly.

If you prefer a fairly acidic cream or lotion, give it time before going out in the sun. Otherwise, the skin may be exposed to unnecessary risk of UV radiation, even with sunscreen. The sun also makes vitamin C less effective!

The big plus of this vitamin is that it is quite common. For example, it is found in large quantities in all citrus fruits. If you do not want lemons, then choose tomatoes, oranges, grapefruits and kiwi. Strawberries are also good, but not as effective as most citrus fruits.

VITAMIN E: BEST FOR MOISTURIZING SKIN

You've probably come across a lot of skin care products labeled as "vitamin E cream". Manufacturing companies are happy to use this vitamin, because it is really very effective for the skin, such vitamins are especially good for dry skin of the hands and face. It's one of those vitamins that absorbs instantly and is great for supporting overall skin health.

Vitamin E is another antioxidant. It enters the skin and fights free radicals, strengthens cells and improves the natural resistance of the skin. It will help reduce wrinkles and age spots. But that is not all! Vitamin E promotes the resorption of scar tissue and prevents the formation of such tissue in the future. You slow down the aging process as skin cells are fully strengthened by this vitamin. It is easier for cells to recover and grow normally.

Vitamin E helps to raise the level of immunity. This is good for the skin if you are regularly exposed to bacterial, viral or fungal infections. Athlete's foot is one of the most common conditions that you can improve with a vitamin E cream.

This is one of those vitamins that hydrates your skin. By getting enough moisture, you maintain the health of the deeper layers of your skin and improve collagen production. We have already said how good collagen production affects the health of the skin. Vitamin E works great when paired with vitamin A to prevent the formation of wrinkles and fine lines ("spider lines").

Vitamin E is very useful for skin healing. It helps with burns, reduces inflammation and protects against scarring in case of damage to the skin. This means it's also a great option for reducing redness and limiting acne breakouts.

Vitamin E will also help you balance your hormones. And when hormones are balanced, sebum production is also under control. This will help keep your pores unclogged, so you won't suffer from too many breakouts.

You can get vitamin E through medications, but you can also get it naturally. It is found only in herbal products, but these herbal products are very easy to apply to the skin. Almond or olive oil are still some of the best options for boosting skin health with vitamin E. You can apply almond oil to your skin and just let it absorb completely. If you are using olive oil then you need to wash it off after 15 minutes as the skin will not be able to fully absorb it.

WE ADD THE VITAMINS NECESSARY FOR THE SKIN

It's time to add a little more vitamins to our daily skin care routine. Our skin desperately needs it. By getting more vitamins A and E, you will improve the appearance of your skin. Increasing skin hydration will help avoid some annoying skin conditions and you will get proper collagen production to improve skin elasticity.

Vitamin C and E work well together to improve overall skin health. Your body will become even better at fighting free radicals, helping to reduce the signs of aging. These vitamins will help get rid of scars and large wrinkles. While these vitamins are not miracle cures, they can actually help slow down the aging process.

Meanwhile, vitamin B3 will help create that barrier that the skin needs to avoid irritation and inflammation. It helps the skin prevent pollution and clogged pores.

It's time to look at the best way to add skin-friendly vitamins to your body. While there are all kinds of pharmaceutical preparations, it is better to pay attention to natural products in the first place. After all, in purchased creams and lotions, in any case, there will be chemicals and toxins. They can interfere with the body's effective absorption of essential nutrients, making these "vitamin" creams useless for the skin. Natural ingredients do not contain toxins that can harm our body through their effects.